Metals and Alloys for Biomedical Applications (2nd Edition)

Dear Colleagues,

Metallic biomaterials are employed extensively in the orthopedics, dental, and cardiac fields, with standard surgical implant materials including stainless steels, CoCr alloys, and titanium (Ti) alloys. These metallic biomaterials show a good combination of corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and mechanical properties. However, the basic functions of these materials, such as supporting, fixation, and protecting, remain very simplel; in addition, their lack of bio-functions limits their further application. Therefore, the development of metallic biomaterials should not only focus on the improvement of mechanical behavior, but also aim to functionalize them and enhance their bioactivity. For instance, various surface treatments have been developed to improve the osseointegration of stainless steels and Ti alloys. In addition, biodegradable metals, such as magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn), and iron (Fe) alloys, could be employed to deal with various clinical problems (e.g., bone fracture and vessel blockages).

It is our great pleasure to invite you to submit a manuscript to this Special Issue, which focuses on the design, fabrication, functionalization, and application of metallic biomaterials. We welcome the submission of full papers, communications, and reviews.

Dr. Dapeng Zhao
Prof. Dr. Hong Wu
Dr. Jing Bai
Guest Editors

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